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U-M English professor Susan Parrish reads from her new book and discusses it with U-M history professor Perrin Selcer. 5:30-7 p.m., 100 U-M Hatcher Grad Library Gallery, enter from the Diag. Free. 764-3166.

Literati is thrilled to be the bookseller for the Zell Visiting Writers Series, presented by the Helen Zell Writers’ Program, which brings world-renowned poets and fiction writers to Helmut Stern Auditorium in the University of[...]

Feb. 3 & 4. RC students direct and perform this popular semiannual 90-minute program of short scenes on a variety of topics and in a variety of styles, many written by RC students.

Feb. 3 & 4. RC students direct and perform this popular semiannual 90-minute program of short scenes on a variety of topics and in a variety of styles, many written by RC students.

Every 1st & 3rd Sun. Readings by featured poets, preceded by a poetry open mike. Reading by Ashwini Bhasi, a widely published local poet who describes her work as “poems to make sense of the[...]

Local short story writer Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal discuss the basic techniques of good fiction. For adult and teen (grade 6 & up) fiction and nonfiction writers. Also, Kourvo and Neal[...]

Kim Harrison, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Hollows series and the creator of the Peri Reed Chronicles, was born in Detroit and, after gaining her bachelor’s degree in the sciences, she moved to South[...]

Open mike storytelling competition sponsored by The Moth, the NYC-based nonprofit storytelling organization that also produces a weekly public radio show. Each month 10 storytellers are selected at random from among those who sign up[...]

Literati is pleased to continue our partnership with TEDxUofM as the on-site bookseller for the conference. The 8th annual TEDxUofM conference will be held on Wednesday, February 8th from 6-9pm at the Power Center for the Performing Arts. Join us[...]

All invited to read and discuss their poetry or short stories. Bring about 6 copies of your work to share. Hosted by local poets and former college English teachers Joe Kelty and Ed Morin.  

Cole Lavalais’ short stories can be found in Obsidian, Apogee, Warpland, Tidal Basin Review, Aquarius Press, and others. She is a fellow of the Kimbilio Center for Black Fiction, VONA and the Callaloo Writing Workshops. She’s been awarded writing residencies at[...]

Storytellers Guild members present a program of old tales and personal stories for grownups. Free; donations accepted. annarborstorytelling.org, facebook.com/annarborstorytellers. 665-2757.

Neutral Zone and Literati Bookstore are partnering to present an Open Mic Night for writers ages 19 and under!  Poets, storytellers, short story writers…. everyone is invited to take to the mic in a safe[...]

Feb. 10-12. U-M students Emma McGlashen and Sophia Kaufman direct McGlashen’s new play about the 1st generation of women to be educated alongside the men at the U-M in the year 1871. The action, often[...]

FRUIT is an independent, community-led reading and dialogue series for and by marginalized voices, hosted in Literati Bookstore. This month’s installment features readings by TBD. FRUIT is a moment and a movement of reclamation. It[...]

Feb. 10-12. U-M students Emma McGlashen and Sophia Kaufman direct McGlashen’s new play about the 1st generation of women to be educated alongside the men at the U-M in the year 1871. The action, often[...]

Feb. 10-12. U-M students Emma McGlashen and Sophia Kaufman direct McGlashen’s new play about the 1st generation of women to be educated alongside the men at the U-M in the year 1871. The action, often[...]

U-M women’s studies professor Wang Zheng, political science professor Mary Gallagher, and history professor Kathleen Canning discuss Zheng’s new book. 3:10-5 p.m., 2239 Lane Hall, 204 S. State. Free. 764-9537.

  Literati is pleased to welcome Katie Kitamura in support of her most recent novel, A Separation, a staff favorite and a Literati Cultura selection. A young woman has agreed with her faithless husband: it’s time[...]

Literati is thrilled to be the bookseller for the Zell Visiting Writers Series, presented by the Helen Zell Writers’ Program, which brings world-renowned poets and fiction writers to Helmut Stern Auditorium in the University of[...]

Literati is thrilled to be the bookseller for the Zell Visiting Writers Series, presented by the Helen Zell Writers’ Program, which brings world-renowned poets and fiction writers to Helmut Stern Auditorium in the University of[...]

Literati is delighted to partner with our friends at the Children’s Literacy Network to bring Julie Danielson to Ann Arbor for a discussion of her fantastic blog, Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast; her favorite picture books;[...]

Independent White House press corps member Paul Brandus discusses his new history of the White House and the people who designed, inhabited, and decorated it. Signing & reception. 7 p.m., Ford Library, 1000 Beal. Free.[...]

Members of the Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild present a program of stories for adults and teens in grade 6 & up. 7-8:30 p.m., AADL multipurpose room (lower level), 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 327-4555

 Literati is pleased to welcome Emily Fridlund in support of her debut novel, History of Wolves, a staff favorite and a Literati Cultura selection. One of the most daring literary debuts of the season, History of Wolves is[...]

Readings by U-M creative writing grad students, including Indiana poet Tara Jay and St. Paul poet Danez Smith. 7 p.m., UMMA Auditorium, 525 S. State. Free. 615-3710. The Mark Webster Reading Series presents emerging writers[...]

The first 50 guests to RSVP to this event will receive a complimentary copy of Beth’s book,  Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You’re Not). Must be present to receive copy. Literati Bookstore will[...]

Join us for the February edition of the East Side Reading Series! Writers in various genres will come together to read their original work, tied with this event’s theme of “devotion.” The Line Up: Desiree[...]

Every 1st & 3rd Sun. Readings by featured poets, preceded by a poetry open mike. Reading by John Buckley, a recent U-M creative writing MFA. 7-9 p.m. (sign-up begins at 6:30 p.m.), Espresso Royale, 324[...]

Literati is thrilled to be the bookseller for staff-favorite Rebecca Solnit’s visit to Ann Arbor. Rebecca Solnit will deliver the Jill S. Harris memorial lecture related to her book Hope in the Dark, followed by[...]

Local short story writer Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal host an open house for writers to connect with one another and/or work on their projects.

  Scott Seegert is the author of the Vordak the Incomprehensible series. He lives in Farmington, MI with his wife, Margie, and their three children. John Martin is an illustrator, graphic artist, and website designer.[...]

Open mike storytelling competition sponsored by The Moth, the NYC-based nonprofit storytelling organization that also produces a weekly public radio show. Each month 10 storytellers are selected at random from among those who sign up[...]

Reading by Grand Valley State University creative writing professor Amorak Huey, a widely published poet and former Grand Rapids Press assistant sports editor whose most recent collection is Ha Ha Thump. Followed by a poetry[...]

Literati is pleased to welcome Shira Erlichman and Angel Nafis for the latest installment of Poetry at Literati. Born in Israel, living in Brooklyn, SHIRA is a songwriter, producer, writer & visual artist. She has shared[...]

Literati is pleased to welcome Eleni Sikelianos in support of her most recent work, Make Yourself Happy. Using text and images, moving spikily across the page and across ideas in ever-expanding loops, Make Yourself Happy[...]

Complimentary light appetizers Street parking available Large selection of poetry titles available for purchase and signing Join us as we celebrate a new season of poetry in the Made in Michigan Writers Series published by Wayne State[...]

Feb. 25 & 26 (different programs). Performances for adults (Sat.) & families (Sun.) by 3 top storytellers from around the country.Bill Harley is a Massachusetts songwriter and storyteller with an off-center point of view whose[...]

Feb. 25 & 26 (different programs). Performances for adults (Sat.) & families (Sun.) by 3 top storytellers from around the country.Bill Harley is a Massachusetts songwriter and storyteller with an off-center point of view whose[...]

All invited to listen to guild members swap stories or bring their own to tell. 2-4 p.m., Ann Arbor District Library Freespace (3rd floor), 343 S. Fifth Ave. Free. 971-5763.

A space-obsessed boy and his dog, Carl Sagan, take a journey toward family, love, hope, and awe in this funny and moving novel for fans of Counting by 7s and Walk Two Moons.   11-year-old Alex Petroski loves space[...]

Reading by U-M Bear River Review editor Monica Rico, author of the 2001 chapbook Esperanza. The program begins with open mike readings